Princess Margriet of the Netherlands is a member of the Dutch royal family, born on January 19, 1943. She is the daughter of Queen Juliana and Prince Bernhard, making her a sister to Queen Beatrix and an aunt to the current king, King Willem-Alexander. Margriet is known for her dedication to various charitable organizations and cultural initiatives. She was born in Ottawa, Canada, during World War II, as her family sought refuge from the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. Princess Margriet has been involved in numerous social causes, particularly in health and education, and she often represents the royal family at official events.